Ammonia​/Industrial Refrigeration Mechanic

Ammonia/Industrial Refrigeration Mechanic

We are seeking an experienced Ammonia/Industrial Refrigeration Mechanic to lead our refrigeration team and oversee the operation and maintenance of one of our three locations with ammonia refrigeration systems. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in industrial refrigeration and ammonia systems, ensuring compliance with safety regulations while optimizing system performance and efficiency. You will play a key role in maintaining operational excellence and driving continuous improvement initiatives within the facilities.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Manage the operation and maintenance of ammonia and industrial refrigeration systems, ensuring optimal performance and reliability.
• Oversee the installation, repair, and troubleshooting of refrigeration equipment, including compressors, condensers, evaporators, and related controls.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant safety standards, regulations, and environmental guidelines regarding ammonia handling and refrigeration operations.
• Develop and implement maintenance schedules and best practices to minimize downtime and extend equipment life.
• Conduct regular inspections and assessments of refrigeration systems to identify potential issues and recommend improvements.
• Train and mentor staff on refrigeration system operation, safety protocols, and best maintenance practices.
• Collaborate with engineering and production teams to support process improvements and equipment upgrades.
• Maintain accurate records of system performance, maintenance activities, and compliance documentation.
• Manage budgeting and cost control for refrigeration operations, including inventory management for spare parts and supplies.
• Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of mechanical and electrical principles.
• Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things.
• Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.
• Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.
• Servicing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines.
• Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
• Performing General Physical Activities —
• Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.
• Operating vehicles or mechanized equipment, such as forklifts, snorkel lifts, manlifts and/or passenger vehicles.
• Braze or solder parts to repair defective joints and leaks.
• Open and close CA Rooms as directed following SOP protocols.
• Observe and test system operation, using gauges and instruments.
• Test lines, components, and connections for leaks.
• Dismantle malfunctioning systems and test components, using electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic testing equipment.
• Adjust or replace worn or defective mechanisms and parts, and reassemble repaired systems.
• Read blueprints to determine location, size, capacity, and type of components needed to build refrigeration system.
• Install wiring to connect components to an electric power source.
• Perform mechanical overhauls and refrigerant reclaiming.
• Cut, bend, thread, and connect pipe to functional components and water, power, or refrigeration system
• Monitor refrigeration process control systems
• Respond to refrigeration alarms to identify, diagnose and correct system malfunctions and deficiencies.
• Other plant maintenance may be required of a general nature not specifically related to refrigeration duties.
• The certification and use of Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) required.

• Adhere to good manufacturing practices, personal and work area hygiene & food safety standards and requirements.
• Comply with all OSHA laws governing workplace safety and health
• Follow all Plant Safety requirements and adhere to the Company Handbook.
• Other Duties as assigned.

Work Environment/

Physical Requirements:

• RETA or IIAR Certifications strongly preferred.
• Performing physical…